Allegheny Intermediate Unit
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Provide speech therapy services to eligible preschool children in their least restrictive environment. Coordinate evaluations, develop Individualized Education Programs, and implement specially designed instruction to meet student needs.
Requires a Master's Degree in Speech Language Pathology, a valid PA K-12 certification, and ASHA certification or CFY status. Candidates must possess required state clearances and the ability to travel within the county.
Duties: and Responsibilities:
1. Participates in the identification of eligible students by completing intake assessments and required documentation, including Evaluation Report and Individualized Education Program development, to maintain compliance with state and federal child find regulations.
2. Implements individual, group, and/or classroom speech therapy services in accordance with the child’s Individualized Education Program to meet the needs of students across a variety of settings.
3. Represents and promotes the AIU and Preschool Early Intervention by partnering with internal and external stakeholders to establish and maintain relationships that effectively support families and advance student outcomes.
4. Maintains required paperwork within timelines including Reevaluation Report, Individualized Education Program, progress monitoring, and other supporting documentation for each student on identified caseload to ensure student progress and maintain compliance with state and federal regulations.
5. Creates and maintains caseload schedule throughout an assigned region to ensure efficient and consistent service delivery per the Individualized Education Program.
6. Remains current with new and effective practices, program procedures, laws and regulations by attending professional development to comply with Preschool Early Intervention program requirements.
1. Valid PA certification in Speech Language Impaired K-12 required
2. Master’s Degree in Speech Language Pathology required
3. ASHA Certificate of Clinical Competence or a Clinical Fellow candidate who has passed the ASHA exam required
4. Ability to travel throughout the county required
5. Ability to comply with the AIU Conduct policy
6. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate with individuals and teams.
7. Strong organizational skills with ability to prioritize tasks, meet deadlines, work under pressure, and handle multiple initiatives.
8. Self-motivated, independent, cooperative, flexible, creative, and responsible.
9. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook and willingness to experiment with new technologies.
1. Current Act 114, Act 34, Act 151 and NSOR clearances are required prior to an offer (Must be dated within 1 year of hire date).
2. School Personnel Health Record (Form H511.340) must be completed and received by Human Resources prior to hire date.
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Sitting for extended period of time
2. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling 35 pounds
3. Ability to kneel, crouch, bend and reach to retrieve and handle teaching materials and supplies
4. Moving fingers and hands in a repetitive manner
5. Ability to speak clearly and distinctly when communicating with limited English speaking customers
6. Hearing clearly
7. Adequate vision to perform duties
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of this position.
Reports To: Supervisor
Department: Preschool Early Intervention
Position Schedule: 190 days
Salary: Per the AIUEA Agreement
Benefits: Per the AIUEA Agreement
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The Allegheny Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity education institution and will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, handicap, or limited English proficiency in its educational programs, services, facilities, activities or employment practices as required by Title IX of the 1972 Educational Amendments, Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Section 504 Regulations of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1975, Section 204 Regulations of the 1984 Carl D. Perkins Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, or any other applicable federal or state statute.
Market context
Preschool early intervention speech-language pathologist roles in Pennsylvania are typically in steady demand because districts and early childhood programs need licensed clinicians who can support communication development and classroom participation. This role is competitive because it requires a master’s degree, valid PA K-12 certification, ASHA certification or CFY status, state clearances, and county travel flexibility; the benefits are listed under the Aiuea Agreement. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification status and clearance readiness before applying.
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